Community Development

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Visit our Permit Center to get information on:

  • Permit FAQs
  • Requesting Inspections
  • When and Why Permits Are Required
  • Viewing Permit Records Online
  • When Are Plans Required
  • Submitting Plans and Applications
  • Construction Hours

Access the Permit Center Online


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Contact Us

Main Line: CDD (310) 973-3230
Fax: (310) 970-2183
Building & Safety: (310) 973-3236
Building Inspector: (310) 973-3237

Peter Kann, Community Development Director

Jose Hernandez, Associate Planner

Vacant, Associate Planner

Adrian Gutierrez, Administrative Assistant II

Fabian Valencia, Permit Technician (4 Leaf Inc. Consultant)

Jason Brooks, LA County Building Inspector
Available in person Monday-Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Natalie Klingsporn, LA County Plan Check Engineer
Only available on Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.


About Us

The Community Development Department is responsible for:

  • Providing information to the general public on planning and zoning.
  • Reviewing and issuing building permits.
  • Conducting inspections for new construction and ensuring compliance with applicable planning, zoning, and building-related regulations.
  • Preparing and administering contracts for special Community Development-related programs.
  • Coordinating with other City, local, and state departments.
  • Monitoring regional and state activities that impact the City.
  • Ensuring the City's development-related documents comply with state and federal requirements.
  • Providing staff support to the City Manager, City Attorney, Planning Commission, City Council, and the general public.

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Office Hours

Monday-Thursday
7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday - Sunday: Closed


Counter Hours

The public counter is available Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call the following phone numbers for specific services:

General Inquiries
(310) 973-3230

Planning & Zoning
(310) 973-3206
(310) 973-3240

Permits/Building & Safety/Plan Check
(310) 973-3236

Building Inspections
(310) 973-3237

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